The City of Vernon invites you to learn about the capital works projects scheduled to take place in 2023.
Showing Council’s commitment to renewing the roads, pipes and City owned infrastructure, Council supported the $21.5 million budget for the City Infrastructure Program. The impacts of the 1.9…
Pursuant to Section 6 of the City of Vernon Traffic Bylaw #5600, notice is hereby given that load restrictions in effect on all roadways within Vernon’s municipal boundaries are rescinded. All roads will be limited to legal axle loading 100%.
The public and trucking and transportation…
The development process for the Active Living Centre is well underway in Vernon, as the City prepares for the construction of a new multi-purpose indoor recreation facility within the newly designated Kin Race Track Athletic Park, near the Kal Tire Place and Kal Tire Place North twin arenas.
On…
UPDATE as of 8:35 a.m. on May 12: The timeline for rehabilitation of the rainbow crosswalk that is located on 30th Avenue in Downtown Vernon has been adjusted to allow for additional works.
In order to apply new durable markings, the existing crosswalk must be removed to provide a clean…
An emergency alert system will be tested across the province tomorrow that will trigger notifications on television, radio, and compatible cell phones. The test is for the Alert Ready emergency alert system.
According to the Alert Ready website, the test in British Columbia is to be conducted at 1:…
Vernon’s senior population is significantly higher than the national average of 19% (2021 Census). The percentage of seniors in Vernon rose from 23% in 2011 to 28% in 2021 and is expected to continue rising. Recognizing the need to cultivate an age friendly community, the Vernon Seniors Action…
The City of Vernon has received a Canadian Award for Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. The recognition comes for the City’s annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021.
The Canadian Award for…
A temporary detour will be required for a portion of Longacre Drive for the next couple months, as crews conduct water and sewer upgrades in the area.
Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. on Monday, May 8, Longacre Drive will be closed to through traffic between Apollo Road and Longacre Place. Local…
The City of Vernon Parks Department and Greater Vernon Recreation Services are seeking public input to assist in assessing appropriate fee levels for facility rentals and usage, as well as identify a clear, consistent, and predictable way for setting fees and charges moving forward.
The City…
Natural disasters can happen at any time and can widely impact a community. The City encourages everyone in Vernon to be prepared for emergencies to give yourself and your loved ones’ piece of mind, safety and comfort.
May 7 -13 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada. This national awareness…
